READER SUBMITTED: Walktober At Nathan Hale Homestead

Courtesy of Connecticut Landmarks

Aerial view of the Homestead.

Aerial view of the Homestead. (Courtesy of Connecticut Landmarks)

Beverly York, Connecticut LandmarksCoventry

Connecticut Landmarks' Nathan Hale Homestead will offer three walking tours in October, as part of The Last Green Valley's Walktober, which invites participants to experience the beauty of nature with more than 100 free guided walks, hikes, paddles and pedals and a multitude of special events.

On Sunday, Oct. 12, Connecticut Landmarks' Hale Homestead staff will present "Stories in Stone." Discover the stone carver's art and hear stories of the citizens and heroes who are buried in the Nathan Hale Cemetery. Park at Patriot's Park, 124 Lake St., Coventry, for this half-mile, one hour walking tour.

On Saturday, Oct.18, head into the magnificent Nathan Hale State Forest for "Where Heroes Trod." This land was purchased 100 years ago by George Dudley Seymour to preserve the farm and homestead of Connecticut's State Hero, Nathan Hale. Meet at the Hale Homestead visitor's center for this one hour tour; approximately 2 miles.

On Sunday, Oct. 19, take the "I Spy a Letterbox" tour to discover clues and take your "turn" to find the hidden letter boxes of the famous Culper Spy Ring during the American Revolution. Beginners welcome. Tour leaves from the Nathan Hale Visitor's Center. Bring your own letterboxing gear, or pick up supplies in the Museum Store for this one hour, half-mile tour.

All three tours begin at 1 p.m. For more information, contact the Nathan Hale Homestead at 860-742-6917.